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Your summer vacation just got a whole lot easier, with the Transportation Security Administration (TSA) beginning their new, streamlined program for international travelers.

The new One Stop Security program (OSS) will be implemented from this week, as per Fox News.

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The program will allow passengers who are arriving in the U.S. from international airports with connecting flights to bypass TSA re-screening to board their next flight if it is domestic.

It’s expected to cut out long connection times, which typically include clearing U.S. Customs, claiming checked bags, occasionally rechecking bags, and then clearing TSA security, with American Airlines estimating it could cut down the connection time in airports by half.

David Seymour, Chief Operating Officer at American Airlines, described the program as one of the most forward-thinking enhancements that the airline can bring to international travel.

‘It delivers a level of convenience and time-savings that’s never been available before to customers connecting from international flights,’ he said.

‘With this game-changing program [our] customers will spend significantly less time worrying about an onerous connection process and more time enjoying their travel journey.’

American Airlines and Delta Air Lines partnered with TSA to launch the program in London’s Heathrow International Airport on Friday. The process allowed customers traveling from London who were connecting through the airline’s largest hub, Dallas Fort Worth International Airport (DFW), to clear U.S. Customs right at the arrival gate.

Your summer vacation just got a whole lot easier, with the TSA beginning their new, streamlined program for international travelers (stock image)

Delta Air Lines will launch its one-stop flight arriving at Atlanta’s Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport by the end of July, according to TSA.

DailyMail.com has reached out to TSA for comment.

A 2024 article published in Airports Council International suggested that One-Stop Security will significantly reduce connection times and stress for transfer passengers.

‘One-Stop Security significantly reduces connection times and stress for transfer passengers,’ it noted.

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TSA Deputy Administrator Adam Stahl told Fox News Digital more airports globally will be added to the program in the month ahead.

‘It really is a commonsense security approach for us to streamline security from abroad to the United States,’ he told the publication.

He added: ‘It really underscores and piggybacks onto the president’s and the administration’s golden age of travel,’ and promised there are ‘no impacts to security.’

Last week, the Department of Homeland Security revealed it is reviewing the 3.4-ounce limit, igniting hopes of a long-overdue update to airport security protocols.

American Airlines and Delta Air Lines partnered with TSA to launch the program in London’s Heathrow International Airport on Friday (stock image)

‘I will tell you, the liquids [rule] I am questioning,’ Kristi Noem told NewsNation chief Washington Correspondent Blake Burman at the inaugural Hill Nation Summit.

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‘So that may be the next big announcement is what size your liquids need to be. We’re looking at it.’

Containers carrying liquids, aerosols, creams and gels over 3.4 ounces are not allowed in carry-on bags, and can only be taken onto flights if they are in checked luggage.

TSA enforces the ‘3-1-1 rule,’ which applies specifically to liquid storage in a carry-on.

As per the policy, containers holding liquids must be the 3.4-ounce weight limit or less, all containers must fit in one quart-sized clear bag inside a carry-on, and only one of these bags is permitted per flier, according to the agency.

The new policy comes as the U.S. prepares for a barrage of large events in the next few years, including the Olympics and the FIFA World Cup matches.

American Airlines Sets New Standard For International Travel With Game-Changing One Stop Security Program at Dallas Fort Worth

American Airlines is redefining the international travel experience with the announcement of a ground-breaking new program that will elevate the travel experience for its passengers and the checked bags they will be bringing along. American Airlines, the first U.S. carrier to launch a process that will revolutionize transatlantic travel, is working with the U.S. Transportation Security Administration (TSA), U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) and the United Kingdom’s Department for Transport (DfT) to provide the convenient new service for passengers transferring for transatlantic flights today at its largest hub – Dallas Fort Worth International Airport (DFW).

The groundbreaking One Stop Security (OSS) program allows passengers traveling from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to clear U.S. Customs directly at the arrival gate in Dallas, eliminating the need to collect or recheck their checked luggage. This process significantly streamlines the entire transfer experience, allowing passengers to proceed directly to their connecting flight without passing through TSA security again, while ensuring all security protocols are maintained.

The OSS program is designed to significantly cut down connection times, which usually require passengers to clear U.S. Customs, retrieve their checked luggage, and recheck it before continuing their journey, retrieving checked luggage, rechecking bags, and going through TSA security once more. With OSS in place, this lengthy process will be reduced by more than half, making travel smoother and faster for connecting passengers. American Airlines, in collaboration with technology partners BagCheck and Brock Solutions, has implemented advanced technology to automate baggage transfers, improving operational efficiency and heightening security measures.

In the collaboration, TSA and CBP have played an integral role in making OSS a reality. Their dedication to maintaining high security standards while enhancing the traveler experience is evident through their leadership and support. The success of this initiative is a testament to the effective partnership between American Airlines, TSA, CBP, and DFW Airport.

DFW’s role in this innovation cannot be overstated. The airport’s investment in infrastructure and operational systems necessary to support OSS was pivotal in launching this first-of-its-kind program. As a result, DFW has reinforced its position as a leading hub in global airport innovation, showcasing how public-private partnerships can redefine the traveler experience.

The successful pilot program at London Heathrow earlier this year, which allowed travelers to connect to non-U.K. destinations, demonstrated the feasibility and effectiveness of OSS. American Airlines is proud to be the first U.S. airline to implement this program, marking a significant milestone in the evolution of international air travel.

Looking to the future, American Airlines plans to broaden the reach of the OSS program, extending it to more U.S. airports and global destinations. This expansion will not only enhance operational efficiency but also reinforce the airline’s dedication to improving the overall global travel experience. By reducing the complexity of international connections, American Airlines is paving the way for a more seamless, customer-friendly future in aviation.

In summary, the first step of One Stop Security (OSS) program at American Airlines represents a significant point in the history of international air travel. With systems that simplify the connection experience and improve operational efficiency, the airline is raising the bar for passenger ease-of-travel while abiding by strict security measures. The new concept, trialled at Dallas Fort Worth International Airport, could revolutionise the travel experience by trimming connection times and removing redundant processes with minimal contact between passengers and staff. With each new airport and destination it opens OSS at, American Airlines is reaffirming its dedicated to providing a quicker and smoother journey to travelers anywhere in the globe.

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Now, Dallas Fort Worth and London Heathrow Lead One-Stop Customs Program to Revolutionize U.S. Travel Connectivity and Global Tourism Flow: Here’s What Travelers Really Need To Know

DFW — Dallas-Fort Worth International Airport — where summertime heat cooks the warm Bubba Burger and American Airlines jets adorn the terminals, is quietly transforming in an unlikely way. A U.S. federal initiative has just launched that could redefine forever how international travelers pass through the country’s most crowded airports. Now, for the first time ever in U.S. aviation history, passengers landing on certain flights from London Heathrow have the ability to clear U.S. customs and border protection right at their arrival gate — with no need to re-check bags or go through security one more time.

The pilot program, One-Stop Security, is a turning point for inbound international travel. Developed in partnership with U.S. Transportation Security Administration (TSA) and U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP), works with assistance from American Airlines, DFW Airport, and Heathrow Airport in London, the project #LFWAirport becomes one of the first airports in the world to rollout a complete solution for faster and more convenient international connections. This results in a frictionless passenger experience which not only enhances efficiency but also transforms traveler satisfaction, and establishes the U.S. as a forward-thinking visionary leader in international aviation.

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Making it Easy: Customs Clearance at the Gate

It’s been customary for travelers arriving in the U.S. from other countries to clear customs and then get in line again for security screening, even if they’re only transferring to another flight. This can result in tight or missed connections, long lines and extra stress. The new system at DFW eliminates those frictions altogether.

U.S. customs officers greet passengers at their arrival gate when they land on eligible flights from Heathrow. There, they have their identities and documents checked and their bags, which have already been pre-checked using high-resolution images sent ahead from Heathrow, are cleared in a virtual sense. After clearing customs, travelers are able to continue on to connecting flights without having to retrieve baggage or be rescreened.

American Airlines, which has five daily flights between Heathrow and DFW currently, says the program should cut connecting time at Heathrow by at least half. For business travelers and families and tourists, that time could mean more restful travel, fewer missed flights, and better overall comfort.

Tourism implications: Increasing arrival confidence and destination attractiveness

The ramifications for tourism are enormous. One of the United States’ greatest drawbacks among international visitors has long been its complex arrival procedures, according to the U.S. Travel Association and the U.S. Department of Commerce. The most common complaints from travelers are lengthy wait times, spotty service, and a flawed customs procedure.

By doing so, the U.S. can return itself to being a tourism-friendly nation — especially to long-haul travelers in Europe, Asia and the Middle East who may transit through American hubs on their way to, say, Las Vegas, Orlando or a national park in the West.

The One-Stop program makes DFW a gateway model for the US. Now one of the country’s largest and most connected airports is becoming one of the easiest and quickest to get through — a benefit that tourism stakeholders say will help drive bookings, repeat visits and global competitive edge.

Global Alignment and Security Advancement

“In addition to being convenient, this One-Stop process is a significant step toward international airport security conformity,” he said. In trusting vetted foreign partners – including those like Heathrow who have been through the CBP program – to preclear baggage and passengers according to mutually-agreed protocols, the U.S. is expressing its faith in a new era of global collaboration and intelligence-based safety standards.

TSA and CBP officials stress that the program does not sacrifice security. Rather, it frees customs agents to work smarter — using less time on dark-room screening, more on alert-discovery and passenger behavior assessment. This optimal utilization of resources creates quick turnaround and superior risk management.

In addition, by eliminating bottlenecks, the program reduces the risk of delays and disruptions, increasing airport stand-up power (all the more important in an age of global travel upticks and unpredictable weather or geopolitical challenges).

DFW as a Launchpad: What’s Next

It is no coincidence that Dallas-Fort Worth is the first U.S. hub to start this program. As the world’s largest commercial airline by more than 70 million passengers annually with an enormous global network, it is an ideal testing ground. Success there, will lead to further deployments.

Atlanta’s Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport is already the next U.S. airport on tap to test the inbound One-Stop program. Delta flights from Heathrow, Virgin Atlantic flights from Heathrow to JFK, will take part and real time customs checks will be assessed by DHS personnel.

The legislation enacted by Congress in 2022 allows for as many as five more trials at foreign airports prior to 2028. These are likely to also include large hubs like Frankfurt, Tokyo Haneda, Amsterdam Schiphol, and Dubai; an announcement that is further confirmation that the the global passenger journey is on the road to a complete redesign.

Benefits For Cities And Carriers

For cities such as Dallas, Atlanta and prospective hosts, the economic reasons are compelling. Better airport experiences frequently result in more bookings, longer stays and increased tourist spending in the local economy. Business fliers in particular are attracted to a quick flight through DFW, promoting local business and hotels.

Airlines also benefit. American Airlines says shorter connecting times will enable it to schedule more-convenient connections, which means better aircraft utilization, more capacity without more gates and more flights without more planes. That boosts profit while giving passengers a wider array of possibilities.

The partnership will help solidify Heathrow’s status as a top trans-Atlantic hub. Increasingly European travellers, who are already choosing between US or Middle Eastern hubs for connecting flights, will gravitate to the US if they know arriving is easier.

Public Reception and Traveler Experience

Initial feedback from passengers has been overwhelmingly positive. Travelers say they’re surprised and pleased to find out that they can bypass the usual customs gauntlet. And for the elderly, family with children and those with lack of time, convenience is absolutely valuable.

Travel scholars believe these kinds of incidents not only boost the U.S.’s rotten reputations for its airports and air travel but also reduce the possibilities for international movement. For foreign visitors to the U.S. for the first time, this streamlined process will be the requisite factor which could make all the difference in deciding whether to see more of this country or go elsewhere.

The U.S. Travel Association, which has long advocated for One-Stop Security, hailed the implementation as a “game changer” and urged rapid expansion.

Creating a New Welcome: Airports of the World

Airports are portals, but also images, representing a nation to itself. The emotions travelers experience upon arrival — they are welcomed, respected and safe — form their view of an entire country. The One-Stop concept is further evidence ensuring that travel must be safe, but also humane and convenient.

DFW’s alliance with Heathrow is not some lofty experiment — it is air travel’s future. By adopting smart habits, passenger-centric design, and global confidence, airports can become places for hospitality rather than anxiety.

Final Reflection

A young couple arrives off a London flight, bleary but eager to start their honeymoon in New Orleans. At the gate, they’re greeted by a smiling customs agent, scan their passports and are directed straight to their connecting gate. No long lines, no desperate hunts for luggage — just a peaceful, comforting beginning to their trip. A few minutes later, they are comfortably ensconced in those seats, the far side of the room, dreaming of jazz bars and southern food.

That is the strength of intelligent travel design. It makes obstruction ease, strangers guests, and travel pleasure. Because the more airports that follow DFW’s lead, the more the skies may feel like they belong to all of us again.

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The Transportation Security Administration (TSA) has launched a new program to eliminate redundant passenger and baggage screenings for international travelers.

“One Stop Security,” a pilot program that began with American Airlines this week, is designed to cut connection times by more than 50 percent.

Newsweek has contacted the TSA for more information via email.

Why It Matters

International travel often means enduring long lines and repeated security checks, especially for passengers making connections within the United States. The pilot program’s success could pave the way for nationwide adoption, a shift that would affect millions of international arrivals and provide a blueprint for future airport security modernization.

What To Know

The One Stop Security program is a partnership between TSA, U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP), American Airlines and the United Kingdom’s Department for Transport.

The pilot began at Dallas Fort Worth International Airport on Tuesday for passengers connecting on American Airlines flights from London Heathrow Airport.

After clearing U.S. customs right at the arrival gate, eligible travelers no longer need to reclaim and recheck their bags or pass through a second TSA screening. Checked bags are automatically transferred to connecting flights, streamlining the process and reducing bottlenecks.

A Transportation Security Administration checkpoint at Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport in Arlington, Virginia, on July 8. A Transportation Security Administration checkpoint at Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport in Arlington, Virginia, on July 8. Getty Images

Passengers arriving from approved international airports, beginning with London Heathrow to Dallas Fort Worth, can proceed to their connecting flights directly once they clear customs at the gate.

TSA Deputy Administrator Adam Stahl described the program as a “commonsense security approach” that maintains rigorous screening standards at departure and arrival points.

Delta Air Lines is expected to begin a similar trial later in July for passengers arriving in Atlanta from London. American Airlines previously tested a one-stop protocol at Heathrow for outbound international connections.

In a related move, American Airlines and CBP are piloting remote baggage screening from Sydney to Los Angeles to allow similar seamless connections without the need to claim and recheck baggage.

What People Are Saying

David Seymour, the chief operating officer at American Airlines, said in a statement on Tuesday: “One Stop Security is one of the most forward-thinking enhancements we can bring to international travel—and importantly, to our customers—as it delivers a level of convenience and time-savings that’s never been available before to customers connecting from international flights.

“With this game-changing program and thanks to our federal partners at CBP and TSA, along with DFW Airport, our customers will spend significantly less time worrying about an onerous connection process and more time enjoying their travel journey.”

What Happens Next

The TSA and its partners plan to monitor the pilot at DFW and expand One Stop Security to additional U.S. airports and international departure points, including an upcoming Delta Air Lines trial with Atlanta and projects under discussion with Australia and other countries.

Say Goodbye to Long TSA Lines: Heathrow Passengers Enjoy New Streamlined Travel to the US

Traveling internationally to the United States is a leap many (guests) embark on with a twinge of excitement — venturing to a new destination because, hey, you never know until you go, but with the added inconvenience of airport security and endless connecting flights. Faced with this common issue, American Airlines have launched a major upgrade called the One Stop Security (OSS) programme, which has brought broad new benefits for passengers on flights from London’s Heathrow Airport.

What Exactly is the OSS Programme?

The OSS initiative is a newly approved security system designed to streamline the connection process for international travelers arriving in the US. Authorized by the U.S. Congress and operated by the Transportation Security Administration (TSA), OSS allows eligible passengers on selected inbound transatlantic flights to bypass redundant TSA security screenings upon arrival.

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Historically, passengers arriving in the US from international destinations had to endure lengthy and repetitive procedures—clearing Customs, reclaiming checked baggage, rechecking bags, and passing once more through security. The new OSS initiative eliminates these repetitive processes, dramatically simplifying connections.

Heathrow Leads the Way

American Airlines proudly takes the lead as the first carrier implementing this innovative pilot scheme from London Heathrow to its major US hub, Dallas Fort Worth International Airport (DFW). The airline emphasized the transformative nature of OSS, highlighting how it directly addresses frequent traveler frustrations and substantially reduces connection times, reportedly by more than half.

The OSS programme currently applies to passengers connecting domestically from select inbound Heathrow flights operated by American Airlines and its partner Delta Air Lines. Both airlines have collaborated closely with the TSA, UK security authorities, and airport officials to successfully launch this groundbreaking initiative.

Benefits for Tourists and Business Travelers

This streamlined approach is particularly significant for travelers visiting the US for leisure or business. Tourists connecting onward within the US will now experience reduced waiting times, allowing for a more relaxed and enjoyable journey. For example, visitors attending major upcoming US events such as America’s 250th-anniversary celebrations, the FIFA World Cup 2026, or the 2028 Summer Olympics will benefit considerably, spending less time in airport queues and more time exploring their destinations.

Business travelers will similarly appreciate OSS, as less time spent in airport lines translates directly to improved productivity and reduced stress, allowing them to focus on their business agendas without delays.

Industry Praise and Long-term Plans

The OSS initiative has earned widespread praise within the travel industry. Geoff Freeman, President and CEO of the U.S. Travel Association, recognized OSS as an essential step forward in modernizing international travel to the United States. Freeman highlighted OSS’s benefits, including removing redundant screenings, significantly cutting connection times, and improving the overall efficiency of international travel, especially important ahead of major global events.

However, Freeman also expressed concerns about potential policy setbacks, such as a proposed $250 visitor visa fee. He emphasized that while OSS is a positive advancement, such additional fees could discourage international tourism, undermining recent progress.

TSA’s Commitment to Security and Expansion

OSS initiative was endorsed by the TSA Deputy Administrator, who drew attention that as with any new technology the processing and transferring of near real-time data to inspect ber operations while also maintaining the highest level of security was no exception. TSA’s rigorous security checks of foreign ports of entry to the U.S., which in turn require an equivalent level of security backstop at every foreign airport in the program, that we would expect in the U.S.

OSS will be available at additional airports around the world in the months to come, Stahl says, providing the same peace of mind and guarantee of hassle-free entry to even more travelers globally.

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